Vermont’s small towns, rural roads and older homes create very different access conditions: narrow stairs, basements, sloped driveways or a long carry from the street. Those details affect crew size, hours and the proposed date. Before requesting prices, prepare both addresses, an inventory and access photos; a quote based only on bedroom count may miss a decisive part of the job.
Consumer protection starts with the contract and the right public resource. The Vermont Attorney General’s Consumer Assistance Program provides education, complaint mediation and referrals. State sources reviewed describe general consumer protections and commercial-vehicle safety, but did not confirm a dedicated public licence list for household movers operating only within Vermont. Do not read the absence of a visible directory as proof that no obligations exist: ask for the legal business name, written terms, insurance and service area. If the truck crosses a state line, check interstate authority and the FMCSA record; Vermont DMV explains when certain vehicles need a USDOT number.
In the Burlington area, Action Moving & Storage lists residential, commercial and specialty service, plus packing, storage and containers; it says it handles moves within Vermont, out of state and internationally. McLure Moving and Storage, based in Essex Junction, is a Mayflower agent, offers local and long-distance moves, and describes its regional base alongside a national network. Their pages do not promise the same footprint: compare the exact addresses, who will transport the shipment and whether an agent will handle any leg.
Favorable comments reviewed for the branches mention furniture protection, courteous crews, communication, organization and efficiency. These are individual experiences, not guarantees. Turn those themes into questions: what materials protect furniture and floors, who coordinates loading day, how are delays reported and what happens if delivery changes?
Give both companies the same inventory and ask them to spell out packing, disassembly, storage, transport, valuation, stair charges and payment terms. Confirm whether the quote is binding, which legal entity appears on the order and who is responsible for each leg. For a move between Vermont regions, request written coverage confirmation; for a move leaving the state, verify the exact carrier in FMCSA. Keep the signed inventory, estimate and receipts together.
Action Moving has an online estimate form, while McLure lets customers request an in-home or emailed estimate. The profiles explain what each company advertises and what to confirm: Action Moving & Storage in Colchester and McLure Moving and Storage in Essex Junction.
Sources consulted
- Consumer Assistance Program — Vermont Attorney General.
- Consumer Protection Act, Title 9 chapter 63 — Vermont Legislature.
- Who needs to get a USDOT number? — Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Search for a registered mover — Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Services and service scope — Action Moving & Storage.
- Contact and estimate form — Action Moving & Storage.
- Google listing for Colchester office — Google Maps / BookMyMove.
- Company and service history — McLure Moving and Storage.
- Long-distance moving — McLure Moving and Storage.
- Request an estimate — McLure Moving and Storage.
- Google listing for Essex Junction — Google Maps / Birdeye.
Informational guide based on public sources checked on October 18, 2026. Confirm in writing that the company will serve both addresses and verify the authority applicable to the route before hiring.
In Vermont, compare address-specific coverage, written estimates and responsibility for each leg; for a move across state lines, check the carrier in FMCSA.
Options to compare
These options relate to the question. Read each profile and check current details before deciding.
Residential, commercial and specialty moves; climate-controlled storage; packing, supplies and portable containers. The company says it serves Vermont, out of state and international routes.
Residential, commercial and specialty moves; climate-controlled storage; packing, supplies and portable containers. The company says it serves Vermont, out of state and international routes.
Local, long-distance and international moving; packing, high-value items, supplies, storage and office/industrial accounts. Regional Chittenden County base with Mayflower network for nationwide destinations.
Local, long-distance and international moving; packing, high-value items, supplies, storage and office/industrial accounts. Regional Chittenden County base with Mayflower network for nationwide destinations.
Sources & references
Sources for the information and reporting discussed in this guide.
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Official website of Action Moving & Storage, Inc. ↗
Primary source
Action Moving & Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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official form to ask about service and request an estimate ↗
Primary source
Action Moving & Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official company photographs ↗
Primary source
Company website · Accessed October 18, 2026
Saved images were published by the company and converted for Maskay display.
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Consumer Assistance Program ↗
Primary source
Vermont Attorney General · Accessed October 18, 2026
Educación al consumidor, mediación de quejas y conexión con recursos; no es un registro de mudanceras.
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Consumer Protection Act, Title 9 chapter 63 ↗
Primary source
Vermont Legislature · Accessed October 18, 2026
Marco general contra prácticas desleales y engañosas; no certifica a las empresas del artículo.
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Who needs to get a USDOT number? ↗
Primary source
Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 18, 2026
Explica cuándo ciertas operaciones interestatales deben obtener USDOT según vehículo y servicio.
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Search for a registered mover ↗
Primary source
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Accessed October 18, 2026
Herramienta oficial para consultar transportistas interestatales de enseres.
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Official website of McLure Moving and Storage ↗
Primary source
McLure Moving and Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official website of McLure Moving and Storage ↗
Primary source
McLure Moving and Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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official form to ask about service and request an estimate ↗
Primary source
McLure Moving and Storage · Accessed October 18, 2026
Primary source for identity, concept, menu, and contact details.
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Official company photographs ↗
Primary source
Company website · Accessed October 18, 2026
Saved images were published by the company and converted for Maskay display.
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Consumer Assistance Program ↗
Primary source
Vermont Attorney General · Accessed October 18, 2026
Educación al consumidor, mediación de quejas y conexión con recursos; no es un registro de mudanceras.
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Consumer Protection Act, Title 9 chapter 63 ↗
Primary source
Vermont Legislature · Accessed October 18, 2026
Marco general contra prácticas desleales y engañosas; no certifica a las empresas del artículo.
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Who needs to get a USDOT number? ↗
Primary source
Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles · Accessed October 18, 2026
Explica cuándo ciertas operaciones interestatales deben obtener USDOT según vehículo y servicio.
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Search for a registered mover ↗
Primary source
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · Accessed October 18, 2026
Herramienta oficial para consultar transportistas interestatales de enseres.
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Google Maps listing for Action Moving & Storage, Inc. ↗
Secondary source
Google Maps / BookMyMove · Accessed October 18, 2026
Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.
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Google Maps listing for McLure Moving and Storage ↗
Secondary source
Google Maps / Birdeye · Accessed October 18, 2026
Direct check of rating, review count, operating status, and address; variable data.